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On Halloween, Revisiting Michael Jackson video ‘Thriller’ After 40+ Years

Michael Jackson made the most iconic “Thriller” music video and album in the early 1980s forever changed the music and entertainment industry. Directed by John…

Alyssa Osorio·
October 31, 2025·

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Tame Impala, Rod Wave, and The Late D’Angelo Soar On This Week’s Tracks Rankings

With “of the year” lists now beginning to matriculate in newsrooms across the country, the clock is ticking if any artists are hoping to end…

Matthew Varga·
October 24, 2025·

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HeadCount: Getting Out Voters With Music Fans at Shakey Knees to Sabrina Carpenter to Chappell Roan Shows

Billie Eilish continues the voting initiative with HeadCount to inspire voters to turn up for the election.

Teresa Bigioli·
October 22, 2025·

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Music History Week: Launching Saturday Night Live to Dolly’s Big Hit To Tragic Events

History as you’ve never seen it: a journey in time through the albums, concerts and events that made history—this week in music. This week is…

Teresa Bigioli·
October 21, 2025·

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Metro Boomin and Olivia Dean Take Up Co-Billing Underneath Swift’s “Showgirl” On This Week’s Tracks

We told you so! In last week’s edition, we promised that the only thing holding Ms. Taylor Swift back from truly dominating our list was…

Matthew Varga·
October 17, 2025·

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“The Life Of A Showgirl” Rockets Taylor Swift Up Our Rankings Alongside Tate McRae And Tyler, The Creator

Even if you hadn’t seen our title, it wouldn’t take a music hardcore to predict who the biggest current draw in the industry is. Taylor…

Matthew Varga·
October 10, 2025·

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SCORED: Soundtracks from Instrumentals and a Power Ballad to Animated Film Favs

The connection between music and images has always been indissoluble, especially within films. We cannot in fact imagine that a horror film is as scary…

Teresa Bigioli·
October 9, 2025·

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Doja Cat, Cardi B, and Sabrina Carpenter Vault Up This Week’s MD Tracks Rankings

Could we finally be breaking a previously static top 10? The addition of the K-Pop Demon Hunters into the 2025 mix, becoming a titanic force…

Matthew Varga·
October 3, 2025·

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Music Daily Discovery: Jesse Welles Has A Sharp Take On Our Times

With viral hits like "Horses," "United Health" and "War Isn't Murder," Jesse Welles doesn't pull any punches in addressing modern ills.

Matthew Varga·
September 29, 2025·

Dolly launched into Music History on Sept 26, 1967 Credit: Dolly Parton Official Twitter @DollyParton

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This Week In Music History: Dolly Parton Debut, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” ‘Star Wars Theme,’ & More

History as you’ve never seen it: a journey in time through the albums, concerts, and events that made history—this week in music! September 25: Here…

Teresa Bigioli·
September 26, 2025·

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Familiar Faces As Drake, Billie Eilish, and Tinashe Win Out In This Week’s Tracks Rankings

There are heavy hitters on the horizon. Cardi B and Taylor Swift are just some of the earnest power players that will return to charts…

Matthew Varga·
September 19, 2025·

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A Few Days of Music History: Loss of Jimi, Fiona Apple’s arrest and Weeknd’s Starboy

History as you’ve never seen it: albums, artists’ births, rumors, and more: discover with us what happened this week in music history. September 18: Jimi…

Teresa Bigioli·
September 18, 2025·

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Music History: A Look Into September

History as you’ve never seen it: albums, artists’ births, rumors, and more: discover with us what happened this week in music history. September 11: Reggae…

Teresa Bigioli·
September 11, 2025·

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Grime Is Back On The Menu As New And Established Stars Unite For “Skepta.. Fred”

For a bit of background, though visible with a “beef” against Joyner Lucas and a somewhat constant stream of singles, the wait for a bona…

Matthew Varga·
September 8, 2025·

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Which Artists Started Their Careers in TV First?

From Olivia Rodrigo to the Jonas Brothers, here are some artists who got their big start in television shows.

Teresa Bigioli·
September 2, 2025·

New York by way of Seoul singer & producer Yaeji, posing with a vinyl of her debut album, With A Hammer. Taken from @kraejiyaeji on Instagram.

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Featured Artist: The Genre Bending Talent of Yaeji

Throughout the four projects in her catalog, Yaeji has dabbled in just about every type of music you can name, creating a brand all her own.

Matthew Varga·
August 29, 2025·

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A still of the late rapper Rich Homie Quan. Taken from @richhomiequan on Instagram.

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Remembering Rich Homie Quan

Rich Homie Quan, Atlanta rapper and trap fan favorite, tragically passed away at 34 on September 5th, reportedly found dead of an overdose in his…

Matthew Varga·
September 10, 2024·

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Kendrick Lamar To Headline Super Bowl LIX

On the first NFL Sunday of the 2023-24 season, the league bucked tradition by announcing the choice for the Super Bowl halftime show well ahead…

Matthew Varga·
September 9, 2024·

The cover for Benny the Butcher's EP, 'Buffalo Butch Vol.1,' containing "Buffalo Freestyle" with Drake.

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The Curious Case Of Benny the Butcher & Drake’s ‘Buffalo Freestyle’

After years of anticipation, the Benny the Butcher x Drake collab "Buffalo Freestyle" was ripped from streaming services.

Matthew Varga·
August 29, 2024·

Artists who have sent Donald Trump "Cease and Desist" Letters

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Updated: More Artists Have Sent “Cease And Desist” Letters To Donald Trump

More artists have spoken out against Donald Trump using their music at his rallies.

Olesya Mertz·
August 16, 2024·

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Last Summer, Zach Bryan Sang With Our Friend, Elena Duffy

Last summer, country artist Zach Bryan brought our friend, Elena Duffy, on stage to perform a duet with him.

Brian Kennedy·
July 31, 2024·

Chappell Roan at 2024 Governor's Ball. Taken from @chappellroan Instagram.

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Chappell Roan Was On Fire At The Governor’s Ball Performance

All while making a speech for liberty, justice and freedom for all, Roan performed in a Statue of Liberty costume.

Olesya Mertz·
June 12, 2024·

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Taylor Swift Dominates the Charts with “Tortured Poets Department” Tracks

This week, our top trending track is none other than Taylor and Post Malone's "Fortnight."

Alyssa Osorio·
May 10, 2024·

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Normani To Return With New Music: ‘1:59’ Will Set the Stage for Solo Success

It’s official: Normani will be back with new music. The New Orleans/Texas-raised talent recently announced the details of her forthcoming release. The new single, “1:59,”…

Mattia Spitale·
April 3, 2024·

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The cover art for 'Days Before Rodeo,' the Travis Scott mixtape released to streaming platforms for its 10th anniversary.

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Music History This Month Updated: Elton, Travis Scott and Alicia Keys

The cover art for ‘Days Before Rodeo.’ Music history as you’ve never seen it: albums, artists’ births, rumors and more: discover with us what happened…

Teresa Bigioli·
September 19, 2024·

The cover for "Neva Play," the RM-assisted Megan Thee Stallion single.

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Megan Thee Stallion & RM Deliver “Neva Play”

As she barrels towards a deluxe edition of her latest album, Megan Thee Stallion enlisted RM for her latest, “Neva Play.” Here’s everything you need…

Matthew Varga·
September 11, 2024·

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Remembering Rich Homie Quan

Rich Homie Quan, Atlanta rapper and trap fan favorite, tragically passed away at 34 on September 5th, reportedly found dead of an overdose in his…

Matthew Varga·
September 10, 2024·

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Kendrick Lamar To Headline Super Bowl LIX

On the first NFL Sunday of the 2023-24 season, the league bucked tradition by announcing the choice for the Super Bowl halftime show well ahead…

Matthew Varga·
September 9, 2024·

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The Curious Case Of Benny the Butcher & Drake’s ‘Buffalo Freestyle’

After years of anticipation, the Benny the Butcher x Drake collab "Buffalo Freestyle" was ripped from streaming services.

Matthew Varga·
August 29, 2024·

Activism ·

Updated: More Artists Have Sent “Cease And Desist” Letters To Donald Trump

More artists have spoken out against Donald Trump using their music at his rallies.

Olesya Mertz·
August 16, 2024·

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Last Summer, Zach Bryan Sang With Our Friend, Elena Duffy

Last summer, country artist Zach Bryan brought our friend, Elena Duffy, on stage to perform a duet with him.

Brian Kennedy·
July 31, 2024·

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Chappell Roan Was On Fire At The Governor’s Ball Performance

All while making a speech for liberty, justice and freedom for all, Roan performed in a Statue of Liberty costume.

Olesya Mertz·
June 12, 2024·

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Taylor Swift Dominates the Charts with “Tortured Poets Department” Tracks

This week, our top trending track is none other than Taylor and Post Malone's "Fortnight."

Alyssa Osorio·
May 10, 2024·

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Normani To Return With New Music: ‘1:59’ Will Set the Stage for Solo Success

It’s official: Normani will be back with new music. The New Orleans/Texas-raised talent recently announced the details of her forthcoming release. The new single, “1:59,”…